"My parents didn't believe that their daughters would go to college. Once they saw me applying and I told them about The Alliance, they were very happy because it took a great weight off their shoulders financially. It can be done."
Joselyn Perez - Psychology
CSUSM Graduate: Spring 2018
Graduate School: University of Connecticut - Doctorate Program
"I have never doubted myself - nor have I ever doubted I would go to college. The Alliance helps to reinforce one's mental outlook that college is possible."
Jesus Perez - Applied Physics
CSUSM Graduate: Spring 2019
Graduate School: UCLA - Physics and Astronomy - Doctorate Program
"As an Alliance ambassador, I have challenged myself to go beyond my potential and grow as a first-generation student. Scholarship funds like these are not only about the money, but about the chance for the opportunity for students like me to accomplish their goals."
Maribel Gamez - Human Development, with an emphasis in Counseling Services
CSUSM Graduate: Fall 2018
Giselle Bazan - Pre-Business with a double minor in French and Spanish
CSUSM Graduate: Spring 2019